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Superannuation in a property settlement

Posted on March 23, 2020

At the end of a marriage or de-facto relationship, the joint property of the parties will be divided through property settlement. Focus tends to be placed on the division of the house, bank savings,…

Can I get child support if I’m caring for a child that is not my own?

Posted on March 16, 2020

There are occasions where children are substantially cared for by grandparents, relatives, or other legal guardians when their own parent are unable to look after them. In these circumstances, the…

When can you end a tenancy agreement (as a landlord)

Posted on March 10, 2020

As discussed in the previous article in our tenancy series, tenancies can only be terminated by giving adequate notice and in some instances, there must be grounds for termination. This article will…

Fixed term and Periodic tenancies

Posted on March 02, 2020

Periodic Tenancy A periodic tenancy is a tenancy that can be renewed periodically (e.g. weekly, monthly, or yearly). A periodic tenancy may be implied from the way rent is paid. When a party wishes…

Terms of a Residential Tenancy Agreement

Posted on February 27, 2020

A residential tenancy agreement is where one person gives another person the legal right to occupy their property as a place of residence, usually in return for payment of rent. This agreement can be…

Child Support Entitlements

Posted on February 24, 2020

Providing for a child remains the joint responsibility of parents after a separation. The Child Support Scheme makes sure that parents contribute fairly to the costs of raising their children. You…

Negotiation

Posted on February 17, 2020

Litigating a dispute in court can be stressful for all those involved, not to mention a time consuming and costly process. Even if the case is decided in your favour, remedies ordered by the Court…

Insolvency

Posted on February 07, 2020

If a company is struggling with its debt obligations, insolvency might be an option the company directors should consider. Trading a company whilst it is insolvent is a breach of director’s duties…

Property Settlements and Separation

Posted on January 28, 2020

After separation, parties will usually need to arrange a division of their property. Depending on the circumstances, parties may either: - agree how property should be divided without the involvement…

Gifts and Loans in Family Law Matters

Posted on January 20, 2020

If you are contemplating loaning money to friends or family members in a relationship, you should be aware that you might not get full repayment of your loan if those friends or family members…